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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1916
Page
2
The Waterloo Evening Courier advertises daily publication with editor Hartman and manager Peterson. Rates: 10 cents weekly carrier, 3 dollars city edition, with a 15 cent minimum ad charge and 1 cent per word beyond.
The immigration bid, already approved by the Senate after passage in the House, seeks a literacy test to restrict immigration. Supporters cite established congressional support and the president’s likely signature, while critics warn it may exclude desirable workers and could push antireform groups into loopholes.
Final figures from the department of agriculture reveal wheat output fell by 32,000,606 bushels and corn by 60,000,000, yet the value of both crops rose sharply due to Dec 1 prices. Farmers earned $83,000,000 more from wheat and $473,000,000 more from corn than in 1915, contributing to soaring bread prices and a profitable position for producers despite high costs for manufactured goods. The analysis notes speculative market manipulation and questions how much home production offset costs.
A pressured shift toward prohibition is discussed as nations curb vodka and rum production. The piece notes Britain and other Allies banning spirits to conserve grain for bread and bolster national strength amid conflict. It cites France and Russia as examples of strict prohibitions.
The article discusses Edison’s view on temptation and urges work as a shield for youths. It notes Iowa’s strong crop value, abundance of auto salesmen, a joking reference to a psycho hospital, and traveling salesmen forming the Yellow Dogs tied to Good Fellows.
Iowa editors urge timely New Year resolutions, urging action while interest is aroused and warning against delaying change. Sioux City papers note appealing prospects in Arkansas wild hogs and roundups, while warning of no market for wild oats. George F. Roterta’s warning on gold concentration is highlighted as instructive reading.
The piece surveys Maine and New York reactions to prohibition enforcement efforts by governors and the contrasting views on methods. It notes Gov Phaisted’s vow to make Maine dry, the varied, often ineffective past approaches, and speculation about Milliken’s plan amid calls for legislative and militia options. It also includes brief overseas and domestic commentary on liquor policy and wartime Allied leadership.
A playful exchange mocks holiday shopping as a child requests rifles swords and pistols for Christmas. The dialogue alternates between cheerful wishes and ironic remarks on preparedness and vanity, ending with a brief quip about transgressor weight.
Side Talks reflects on Christmas postcards as a social spark uniting old friends through timely well chosen cards and notes. The piece contrasts engraved personal cards with handwritten notes, praising heartfelt greetings that reach the heart and foster enduring friendship. It also mentions an upcoming “Logic of Open Windows” column and touches on prairie chicken restoration as a separate topic in the issue.
An 1816 McClure story tells Muccio a beloved king’s servant, envied by others. after witches grant changes, Muccio becomes a black cat then a lion and a dragon, until the witch reveals the truth. The king spares the scheming servants, who must serve Muccio for their livelihoods.
The essay traces how early indoor life created light holes and smokepipes, naming widows and air as evolving concepts. It argues ventilation is a modern idea still not widely practiced, predicting future criticism of homes that keep windows closed and curtains drawn, urging open windows as physical rejuvenation.
Prairie chickens appear doomed as potential yields fade and no action is seen to protect them. Iowa land could yield dozens of hatchings yearly, yet the species faces extinction. Meanwhile National Guard units face demobilization as enlistments end, with veterans and families bearing hardship without comparable jobs or pay.
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